Dietitians of Canada

Dietary Reference Intakes - Course Synopsis

This course explains the basis of nutrient requirements, defines what they are in general and for specific nutrients, and how they can be applied in practice.

Each lesson includes

• Extensive evidence review and specific practice guidance
• Case scenarios to facilitate application of the course content
• Pop quizzes throughout and end of course exam
• Extensive bibliographies and links to further resources
• A personal certificate of successful completion

Each module can be completed at a time, place and pace convenient for you. Your purchase of a lesson entitles you to unlimited access to all course materials for 90 days. Extensions will not be granted.

• Introduction to the Dietary Reference Intakes
  Learn about the North American Dietary Reference Intakes, what they are, and how they can be applied. Gain an understanding of how the DRIs were developed, nutrient reference standards and the framework of the dietary reference intake project in Canada and the United States. Additional information has been added to reflect the development of nutrient standards for Australia and New Zealand.
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• Applications of DRIs in Dietary Assessment
  The assessment of dietary intake is only one component of assessment of nutritional status, and can rarely, if ever, be used alone to make an accurate diagnosis of nutritional status. However, it can contribute useful information to the process. This lesson describes how the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) can be used in the assessment of nutrient intake of individuals and groups.
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• DRIs for Calcium and Related Nutrients (Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Vitamin D, and Fluoride)
  This lesson examines the recommendations of the Standing Committee on the Scientific Evaluation of Dietary Reference Intakes of the Institute of Medicine and its Panel on calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin D and fluoride. It provides detailed information on estimating requirements for B Vitamins throughout the life cycle, special considerations and key practice points for applying the information in everyday settings.
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• DRIs for B Vitamins (Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin and Choline)
  This lesson examines the recommendations of the Standing Committee on the Scientific Evaluation of Dietary Reference Intakes of the Institute of Medicine and its Panel on Folate, Other B Vitamins, and Choline. It provides detailed information on estimating requirements for B Vitamins throughout the life cycle, special considerations and key practice points for applying the information in everyday settings.
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• DRIs for Antioxidants (Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids)
  This lesson examines the recommendations of the Panel on Dietary Antioxidants and Related Compounds of the Institute of Medicine. The course provides detailed information on estimating requirements for antioxidants throughout the life cycle, special considerations and key practice points for applying the information in everyday settings.
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• DRIs for Micronutrients (Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine,
  Iron, Manganese, Molybenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium and Zinc) This lesson examines the recommendations of the Panel on Micronutrients of the Institute of Medicine. The course provides detailed information on estimating requirements for micronutrients throughout the life cycle, special considerations and key practice points for applying the information in everyday settings.
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• DRIs for Energy
  With the increased prevalence of overweight and obesity occurring throughout the world, there is great interest in energy requirements. Learn about the approach used by the Institute of Medicine to formulate recommendations for energy intake, the components and methods to measure of energy expenditure, estimated energy requirements across the lifespan, and how the equations for estimating energy requirements can be used in assessing and planning diets for individuals and groups.
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• DRIs for Macronutrients (Carbohydrate, Fibre, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, Amino Acids)
  The material in this lesson is based on the work of the Institute of Medicine and includes a discussion of the background, requirements, acceptable ranges of intake, upper limits and practice summaries of each macronutrient.
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